Description
Across the face of southern Africa are more than 460 remarkable stone palaces - some small, others rambling, but many are astonishing. All are the legacy of kingdoms past. Some, such as Great Zimbabwe, Khami in Botswana and Mapungubwe in South Africa, are famous world heritage sites, but the majority are unknown to the general public, unsung and unappreciated. Palaces of Stone brings to life the history of various early African societies, from AD 900 to approximately 1850. By exploring a selection of known and unknown sites, the authors uncover the emergence of ancient civilisations and reconstruct the meaning of the ruins they left behind. Woven into the narrative are stories of powerful political states; ourishing local economies; long-distance trade; and the destruction wrought by colonialism and modern-day treasure hunters. This book will appeal to anyone interested in Africa's ancient heritage. Sales points: Uncovers a little-known but rich period in the history and heritage of Africa. Covers sites in South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. Features photographs, maps and diagrams of archaeological sites. Would appeal to anyone interested in the history and culture of Africa.
Uncovers a little-known but rich period in the history and heritage of Africa; Covers sites in South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique; Features photographs, maps and diagrams of archaeological sites; Would appeal to anyone interested in the history and culture of Africa
About the Author
Mike Main has spent over 40 years exploring Botswana and its neighbours. A management consultant, freelance writer and lay archaeologist, he lives in Gaborone, Botswana. Tom Huffman is Professor Emeritus of Archaeology at the University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg. He is a leading authority on precolonial farming societies in southern Africa and the author of multiple research papers and highly acclaimed books on the subject.
Book Information
ISBN 9781775846147
Author Mike Main
Format Paperback
Page Count 176
Imprint Struik Nature
Publisher Penguin Random House South Africa
Uncovers a little-known but rich period in the history and heritage of Africa; Covers sites in South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique; Features photographs, maps and diagrams of archaeological sites; Would appeal to anyone interested in the history and culture of Africa
About the Author
Mike Main has spent over 40 years exploring Botswana and its neighbours. A management consultant, freelance writer and lay archaeologist, he lives in Gaborone, Botswana. Tom Huffman is Professor Emeritus of Archaeology at the University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg. He is a leading authority on precolonial farming societies in southern Africa and the author of multiple research papers and highly acclaimed books on the subject.
Book Information
ISBN 9781775846147
Author Mike Main
Format Paperback
Page Count 176
Imprint Struik Nature
Publisher Penguin Random House South Africa
